The current Indian pace attack has still lot to offer before the Gen-Next can take over, feels legendary Australian pacer Glenn McGrath, who also urged Mohammed Shami to take a cue from England veteran James Anderson's about longevity.
While the white-ball trophy cabinet kept getting heavier, Team India's fortunes in Test cricket swung wildly between hope and despair in 2025.
India began their Champions Trophy campaign with a six-wicket victory against Bangladesh after opener Shubman Gill anchored their nervy chase with a classy hundred.
Bihar's teen sensation Vaibhav Suryavanshi, aged just 14, blasted an 84-ball 190 to become the youngest List-A centurion ever. His captain Sakibul Gani, then upstaged him with a 40-ball 128 not out -- the fastest List-A century by an Indian.
Ajinkya Rahane hits 159 in Ranji Trophy match against Chhattisgarh
Former Australia wicket-keeping great Ian Healy has questioned the tactical acumen of Cooper Connolly, saying he was "angry" with the way the opener handled India's pace spearhead Mohammed Shami in the Champions Trophy semi-final in Dubai.
Mohammed Siraj and Mohammed Shami took three wickets to power India to victory in the first ODI against Australia in Mumbai on Friday.
The fast bowler could also miss the upcoming two-Test series, beginning in Chittagong on December 14.
All eyes were on pace spearhead Jasprit Bumrah, who participated in the training session, though his availability for the match is a big doubt.
Ayush Badoni's double hundred dots North Zone's Duleep Trophy semifinal entry
It is understood that Yashasvi Jaiswal has a bright chance of making it to the ODI squad. His inclusion would ensure a left-handed batter in the top four.
I was really surprised when he wasn't flown out even halfway through the series, two Test matches in.'
She alleges that Shami demanded dowry and was involved in extra-marital affairs during BCCI tours.
Sports Ministry confirms Satwik, Chirag for Khel Ratna, Shami and 25 others for Arjuna award
Once again, GT rode on the backs of the two players who have been lethal throughout this IPL season.
A round-up of Ranji Trophy matches played on Monday.
Hussain recalled the Lord's Test in 2021 and Virat's 'pep talk' to fire up his players on the final morning as the visitors thrashed the hosts and registered a memorable win.
Mohammed Shami, who is among the best in the business, might just have to keep warming the bench.
'When he heard I said those words, he realised that what I think of him and our bond became stronger.'
Shami was there to receive the honours. He took 24 wickets in seven World Cup games last year.
The BCCI press conference scheduled at 1.30pm in Mumbai is 'expected to be delayed owing to weather disruptions'.
Fast bowler Mohammed Shami celebrates his birthday with his Kings XI Punjab team-mates in Dubai on Thursday.
K L Rahul struck an unbeaten 75 to anchor their nervy chase against Australia in a low-scoring contest and secure a five-wicket win in the opening one-day international.
TV commentators Graeme Smith and Scott Styris remarked that such discussions should occur privately, not in front of the broadcasting cameras.
Virat Kohli, Shubman Gill and Mohammed Shami feature among the ODI Cricketer of the Year nominees.
The Indian Premier League (IPL) 2026 auction saw some foreign names earning big bucks, headlined by Aussie all-rounder Cameron Green
The short turnaround time from the high of winning a controversy-marred Asia Cup notwithstanding, Shubman Gill's India will be outright favourites against a struggling and under-strength West Indies when the teams face-off on a green-top in the first Test in Ahmedabad on Thursday.
Shami unleashed yorker after yorker to keep Kings XI in the match.
Mohammed Shami believes there is no better way to maintain optimum fitness than playing matches regularly.
Ravichandran Ashwin said it's surprising to see so many taboos regarding the 'Mankad' form of dismissal.
Former India coach Ravi Shastri cautioned against giving Jasprit Bumrah five Tests in a row in England.
The showstopper of this year's IPL is a robot dog, which has instantly become a hit among players, experts and fans alike.
A round-up of Sunday's action in the Syed Mushtaq Ali Trophy group stage matches.
Expect some fireworks for the highly-versatile Cameron Green along with Quinton de Kock, Matheesha Pathirana, Venkatesh Iyer and Ravi Bishnoi.
As Mohammed Shami walked back to the top of his run-up, Virat Kohli geed the fans at the Wankhede Stadium to go full throat with their chants - Shaamii! Shaamii! They obliged merrily.
'When you are scoring runs and taking wickets, everyone is standing with you.' 'But the real test is to realise who is with you during your tough times.'
Roundup of matches across the country in the ongoing BCCI Ranji Trophy
Bumrah was speaking about tackling with judgment when the funny moment took place.
'Arshdeep, Shami can make impact in Bumrah's absence'
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